Fiscal Director

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Fiscal Director to oversee the organization's financial operations, budgeting, accounting, reporting, and financial compliance. The Fiscal Director will provide strong financial leadership, ensure sound internal controls, and support executive leadership and the Board of Directors with accurate financial information and strategic analysis.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, ethical, and comfortable managing both day-to-day accounting operations and long-term financial planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all accounting and financial operations.
• Develop, manage, and monitor the annual operating budget.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Monitor cash flow, revenue, expenditures, and financial performance.
• Provide financial forecasts, analysis, and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Maintain accurate general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local financial regulations and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and other required financial reviews.
• Develop and maintain effective internal controls and financial policies.
• Monitor grant, contract, and restricted-fund accounting when applicable.
• Work closely with program and department leaders to develop budgets and monitor spending.
• Present financial reports and recommendations to senior leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and recommend corrective actions.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate finance/accounting staff as applicable.
• Work with external accountants, auditors, banks, vendors, and financial advisors.
• Ensure financial records are maintained accurately and securely.
• Support strategic planning by providing financial modeling and analysis.
• Continuously improve financial systems, processes, and reporting procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Master's degree, CPA, or other relevant professional certification preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or financial management experience, preferably including supervisory or management experience.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and audit coordination.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls.
• Experience with accounting/ERP software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Experience in nonprofit, healthcare, government, education, or another regulated environment is a plus.

Preferred Skills

• CPA or equivalent professional credential.
• Nonprofit fund accounting and grant-management experience.
• Experience preparing financial reports for a Board of Directors.
• Knowledge of federal and Florida financial compliance requirements.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Experience implementing or improving accounting systems and processes.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible or hybrid work options, depending on organizational needs